16A Industry News DENTAL TRIBUNE | March 2010 Isodry makes its debut By line AFFINIS 360 putty Coltène/Whaledent announces the introduction of AFFINIS System 360 putty. This new polyvinylsiloxane impression material combines the viscosity and positioning pressure of putty with the convenience of automatic mixing device delivery. AFFINIS 360 putty delivers a tactile, kneadable consistency directly after automated mixing. The material is hand pliable and can be molded and preformed without sticking to gloves. By using the automatic mixing device, AFFINIS System 360 Putty is consistently and homogeneously mixed, which prevents problems associated with improper dosing or mixing techniques. Likewise, the system saves time by eliminating the hand mixing and kneading necessary with traditional jar putty material. In addition, the larger 380 ml capacity hard cartridges reduce material waste and provide up to 10 percent more material than foil bag systems. With exceptional dimensional stability, the material resists shrinking and expanding to provide detailed impressions and restorations. The new AFFINIS System 360 putty fits all commercially available mixing units and blends perfectly with regular set AFFINIS and AFFINIS Precious wash materials. For more information, please visit www.coltenewhaledent. com or call (800) 221-3046. DT Isolite Systems, maker of innovative dental isolation technology, introduced Isodry Ti at the Chicago Midwinter Meeting. The new product was assessed while conducting market research on the company’s original award-winning Isolite dryfield illuminator dental isolation system. The original Isolite provides five levels of intra-oral illumination, comfortably retracts the patient’s tongue and cheek, protects the throat and keeps the mouth gently propped open with continuous suctioning of the dental patient’s mouth. With the tongue out of the way and a bright, dry field in which to work, dental procedures are completed an estimated 20–30 percent faster, with less stress for the dental professional and improved comfort for the dental patient. The new product, Isodry, is exactly like the Isolite, but without the internal oral lighting. “After conducting market research, we found that there is a segment of dental practitioners who, after years of practicing dentistry, prefer to work only with external lighting, so we created the Isodry, which has all of the same retraction, protection, mouth-propping and ongoing aspiration of the original Isolite, but without the advanced intraoral illumination of our premier product,” explained Jim Hirsch, president and product designer. With no computer circuitry or advanced lighting technology, the Isodry has a lower manufacturing cost and the resulting price may make the company’s dramatic dental isolation benefits even more affordable to some dental practices. “We have found many dental practices wanting to have our isolation technology installed in every operatory of their practice, but they don’t necessarily need the intra-oral illumination feature in every room. “In addition, we have clinics and teaching facilities with capital budget constraints, and the lower price point of Isodry will help them bring state-of-the art isolation to more operatories, allow- Picasso Lite In January, AMD LASERS announced the introduction of the Picasso Lite soft-tissue dental laser. Priced at $2,495, offering 2.5 watts of power and three customizable presets, Picasso Lite is the most affordable and easy-tooperate dental laser in the world, according to AMD LASERS. It was designed specifically to replace the archaic use of scalpels and electro-surge in the treatment of soft tissue. “With Picasso Lite, we accelerated the paradigm shift in dentistry that began with the introduction of the Picasso soft-tissue laser in 2009,” said Alan Miller, president/CEO of AMD LASERS. “We have ‘One Vision, One Goal’ — equipping every operatory with a laser. Record numbers of dentists are purchasing Picasso, and I’m sure Picasso Lite’s more attractive price and ease of use will quickly make it the most popular laser in the world. “Picasso Lite was designed specifically for first-time laser dentists and hygienists, and at one-fifth the cost of other lasers, it’s truly affordable. We’ve shipped Picassos to more than 50 countries, and the number of dentists and distributors interested in Picasso is truly amazing. I think the real winners are the patients.” Picasso Lite cuts and coagulates tissue with reduced trauma, bleeding and necrosis of tissue and is used for soft-tissue surgery, including troughing, gingivectomies, frenectomies, exposing implants/teeth/ortho brackets and treating aphthous ulcers and herpetic lesions. Featuring an ultra-compact, lightweight and sleek design, Picasso Lite comes with an easyto-learn DVD that exaplains setup; online laser certification, accessories; a world power adapter and a two-year warranty. Another first for the laser industry is Picasso Lite’s ability to use convenient disposable tips or a low-cost strippable fiber. “We are proud to offer Picassos and now Picasso Lites free of charge to universities and dental schools, globally illustrating our commitment to education and charity,” said Miller. DT ing them to serve more patients,” added Sandra Hirsch, general manager. As with the original Isolite, the Isodry utilizes the patented, allin-one Isoflex mouthpiece. The unique shape and softness of the mouthpiece is key to the system’s advanced dental isolation. The latex-free mouthpiece comfortably allows fluids and debris to be aspirated from deep within the oral cavity. A built-in tongue, cheek and throat shields protect the patient from injury and provide an added measure of assurance that the airway is better protected from possible dental debris. Single-use Isolite mouthpieces are available in five sizes to fit the spectrum of patients from small child to large adult. Isolite Systems advanced isolation technology has earned a loyal following and broad recognition in the industry for its premier product, the Isolite dryfield illuminator. About Isolite Systems Isolite Systems was founded in 2001 by Thomas R. Hirsch, DDS, his brother, James Hirsch, industrial designer, and Sandra Hirsch, CPA, to bring to market the Isolite dryfield illuminator and other products. The company is committed to transcending the limitations of existing dental technology with innovative, ergonomically efficient products that help dental professionals work more productively with less stress and fatigue. For more information about Isolite Systems, please call (800) 560-6066 or visit www.isolite systems.com. DT AD